Corokia carpodetoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carpodetoides
ID:
622266
Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) L.S.Sm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 69: 54 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621598
Common Names
- Corokia carpodetoides
- Carpodetoides Corokia
- Carpodetoides Wire-netting
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- Colmeiroa carpodetoides F.Muell. [unknown]
- Paracorokia carpodetoides (F.Muell.) M.Král [unknown]
Description
Corokia carpodetoides (also called 'Korokio', 'Wire-netting Bush', 'Korokio Korokio' among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, leathery, dark green leaves with a yellowish-green underside and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Corokia carpodetoides is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Corokia carpodetoides is a small, yellow-green flower that grows in clusters. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Corokia carpodetoides is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Corokia carpodetoides
Corokia carpodetoides is native to New Zealand.
Corokia carpodetoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Corokia carpodetoides?
Corokia carpodetoides
What is the common name of Corokia carpodetoides?
Carpodetoides Corokia
What is the natural habitat of Corokia carpodetoides?
Tropical forests
Species in the Corokia genus
Species in the Argophyllaceae family
Argophyllum acinetochromum, Argophyllum brevipetalum, Argophyllum brevistylum, Argophyllum cryptophlebum, Argophyllum ellipticum, Argophyllum grunowii, Argophyllum latifolium, Argophyllum laxum, Argophyllum lejourdanii, Argophyllum montanum, Argophyllum nitidum, Argophyllum nullumense, Argophyllum schlechterianum, Argophyllum verae, Argophyllum vernicosum, Corokia buddleioides, Corokia carpodetoides, Corokia collenettei, Corokia cotoneaster, Corokia macrocarpa, Corokia virgata, Corokia whiteana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2737875: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Lindsay Stuart Smith (1917-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.S.Sm.' in the authors string.